Ingredients
Equipment
Method
Preheat Oven and Prepare Pan
- Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C) and lightly grease a 9-inch springform pan.
Prepare the Crust
- Crush the graham crackers in a food processor until fine crumbs form. Mix with sugar and baking cocoa, then stir in melted butter. Press into the bottom of the prepared springform pan.
Melt the Chocolate
- Melt the bittersweet chocolate chips in a double boiler over simmering water. Stir until fully melted.
Make the Cheesecake Filling
- Blend cream cheese in a food processor until smooth. Gradually add sugars and cocoa, mixing well. Add eggs one at a time, then add cream and vanilla, mixing until creamy. Combine with melted chocolate.
Bake the Cheesecake
- Pour filling into the crust and bake for 75-80 minutes until the center jiggles slightly but is not liquid.
Chill the Cheesecake
- Let the cheesecake cool to room temperature, then cover and refrigerate for 4-6 hours or overnight.
Prepare the Ganache
- Heat heavy cream and melted butter in a saucepan until simmering. Remove from heat, add chopped chocolate, and stir until melted.
Add the Ganache
- Pour ganache over the chilled cheesecake, spreading evenly. Allow to set at room temperature for about an hour.
Slice and Serve
- Remove from springform pan and slice with a sharp knife, cleaning the blade between slices. Garnish with Reddi-Wip and chocolate syrup.
Nutrition
Notes
Use high-quality chocolate and ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for best results.
